NEW! Healing Hearts: Pet Loss Support Group
Healing Hearts is a biweekly, drop-in support group for anyone grieving the loss of a beloved animal companion. Whether your loss is recent or from years past, you're welcome in this space of understanding, connection, and healing.
Each session offers a gentle focus on a unique aspect of pet loss — from navigating guilt and letting go, to honoring memories and adjusting to life after loss. Through open conversation, optional sharing, meaningful activities, and mindfulness-based practices, we create a supportive environment to process grief at your own pace.
No commitment required — attend as you are, when you’re able. This group is open to adults of all backgrounds and experiences with pet loss.
Date: Every second Thursday starting November 6, 2025
Time: 6-7:30 PM
Location: Online
Cost: $15/session
To Register: Email sarahk@jfse.org or call 780-454-1194 ext. 240.
Completion of a short registration form is required for new participants in the group.
Schmear & Shmooz
Have you been craving good conversation, great food, and a chance to connect with others meaningfully?
Come join us for Schmear & Shmooz, a cozy Sunday brunch filled with delicious kosher food, activities, prizes, and a chance to meet new faces from the community. Whether new to town or looking to build deeper connections, this space is for you.
We'll be gathering on Sunday, June 29th, from 10 AM to 12 PM. This is a safe and inclusive space for anyone who feels connected to the Jewish community, no matter their background or journey.
To register, just click this link: https://forms.gle/h6v7F9LuVMkNWADR7 . Once you sign up, we will send you the address closer to the date. Please note there will be free parking!
We cannot wait to share this morning with you. Brought to you with love by Moishe House Edmonton and Jewish Family Services, with gratitude for the support that made this gathering possible.
2025 SIGMA ALPHA MU SCHOLARSHIP
Sigma Alpha Mu was a fraternity active on the University of Alberta Campus since the 1940’s. After it disbanded in 1972, its Board of Trustees decided to use the earnings from investment of the assets to support Jewish university students. Jewish Family Services was then entrusted with the administration of the fund to support students in the form of scholarships.
AWARD: $1,000
DEADLINE: May 30, 2025
ELIGIBILITY: Jewish students attending a full-time (min. 3 full courses or equivalent) degree program at a post-secondary institution in Edmonton. Consideration is given to financial need and potential for academic success.
Applications may be made by e-mail (attachments will be accepted in PDF, MS Word, and JPEG formats). Please send applications to info@jfse.org
Click here for more info!
Matanot Le'Evyonim
JFSE is grateful to the @The Family Shul, Beth Israel, Edmonton for the donation of Matanot Le'Evyonim. The grocery cards will be given to families in need. Please contact us at 780-454-1194 if you need subsidized tickets to celebrate Purim at Beth Israel.
Voices of Resilience Event: March 6th, 2025
JFSE is proud to support an upcoming online event, "Voices of Resilience: Supporting NSRI Women in the Face of Gender-Based Violence," which will take place on March 6 at 1:00 pm via Zoom. Join us for a discussion focused on supporting immigrant, refugee, and nonstatus (NSRI) women in Canada who experience gender-based violence. We will watch a video play titled "The Warriors," featuring NSRI women from across the country who share their personal experiences through performance art. Following the video, there will be a facilitated discussion. This event is being organized in collaboration with OCASI. Please register here: Eventbrite link
Tu B’Shevat. The New Year of the Trees.
Please join Beth Shalom Congregation and the Jewish Family Services for the Tu B’Shevat Program at Beth Shalom.
Tu B’Shevat Seder & Dinner! JFSE staff Anna and Liron are hosting a fun sing along and storytelling activity during this event.
Friday, February 14, 2025
5:30pm
Please RSVP at info@e-bethshalom.org, or 780 4886333/301
Adults: Members - $25/Non-Member $30. Teens aged 12-18: $12. Kids: Free
Payment can be made:
By e-transfer to info@e-bethshalom.org, or on Beth Shalom website, www.edmontonbethshalom.org, or by phone at 780-488-6333/301
Bissell Centre Lunch. Sunday, March 2, 2025
Edmonton Jewish Community Bissell Centre Lunch Sunday, March 2, 2025
Please join us and help make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in need in our Edmonton Community.
We’re looking forward to serving 200+ packaged lunches to inner-city residents who face poverty and tremendous challenges.
TO DONATE OR VOLUNTEER
Sign up at: volunteersignup.org/WRQXB
Cash donation: familyshul.org/payment.php select "Bissell Centre Lunch"
Questions: 780-488-2840 sylvia@familyshul.org
Drop off at Beth Israel Synagogue or Talmud Torah School
English Classes
Please note that our online and library English classes are currently on break. For updates and information on class schedules, kindly reach out to us in April 2025. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Wednesday November 27, 2024
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Beth Shalom Synagogue
11916 Jasper Ave, Edmonton AB T5K 0N9
Join JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES as we gather for our Annual General Meeting. Meet our new Executive Director, hear important updates from Board and Staff, and learn about our exciting Social Prescribing project with guest presenter Krista Mulbery from Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council.
Members and general public are all welcome!
Doors are open at 6:00 pm for socialization, refreshments provided.
Please RSVP by Sunday, November 24 to info@jfse.org or call 780-454-1194
